Horden Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Horden, the crime rate of 12.0 per 1,000 residents in February 2024 translates to a personal risk that is 69% higher than the UK average. This figure underscores a local reality where daily life intersects with crime in ways that may not be immediately apparent to outsiders. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (26 incidents, 29.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (16 incidents, 18.4%) and shoplifting (13 incidents, 14.9%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up rural community within County Durham, where social dynamics and limited public spaces may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime and property-related offences. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may partly explain the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour, which could be linked to indoor gatherings or prolonged periods of isolation. However, the sharp disparity in shoplifting rates (233% above the UK average) suggests a specific local factor, such as the presence of retail outlets or high-traffic areas that attract opportunistic theft. While the overall crime rate remains a concern, the breakdown reveals a combination of community-specific challenges and broader national trends.

February 2024 saw dramatic month-on-month changes in Horden’s crime profile. Anti-social behaviour surged by 220% (from 5 to 16 incidents), a jump that may reflect increased indoor social activity during the winter months. Burglary also doubled (from 4 to 8 incidents), possibly linked to seasonal patterns where homes are left unoccupied or less visible during colder weather. In contrast, public order offences fell by 75% (from 8 to 2), a drop that could be attributed to reduced foot traffic or targeted policing efforts. The shoplifting rate (1.8 per 1,000) was 233% above the UK average, highlighting a local vulnerability that may be tied to the area’s retail infrastructure. Violent crime (3.6 per 1,000) was 44% above the UK average, a figure that could indicate persistent challenges in community safety or gaps in local support services. These shifts underscore the need for residents to remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during periods of heightened social interaction.

Horden’s crime rate in February 2024 (12.0 per 1,000) represents a 6.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 12.8 per 1,000, indicating a slight downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day in February—a rate that, while concerning, provides a tangible measure of local risk. When scaled to the population of 7,243 residents, this equates to one reported crime for every 83 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure offers a snapshot of the likelihood of encountering crime in Horden, though it does not account for variations in personal circumstances or geographic distribution within the area. The comparison to the UK average (7.1 per 1,000) further emphasizes the local context: residents face a significantly higher risk of experiencing crime than the national average, a disparity that may be influenced by factors such as the built-up nature of the area, socioeconomic conditions, or the availability of local services. These metrics, while stark, provide a foundation for understanding how crime affects daily life in Horden and where targeted interventions might be most effective.